27/01/2016
Christina Connelly, CITP|FIBP – Trade Commissioner
Christina Connelly, CITP|FIBP, is a Trade Commissioner with Global Affairs Canada at the Consulate General of Canada in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota.
Topics
26/01/2016
Iran sanctions relief is limited in the face of ongoing political challenges
Conversely, the changes in Iran sanctions in 2015 were extremely limited. What many people do not realize is that the changes that recently took effect, as provided for in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) signed in July, will also be extremely limited for U.S. entities and individuals.
25/01/2016
Canadian exporters: here’s how to register to do business with the U.S. Government
Registering to do business with the U.S. Government opens a new world of opportunities for your company. As I mentioned in the first article in this series, before any importer or exporter can take on a new market, they need to do extensive research to ensure their product or service is a match with the buyer’s needs.
22/01/2016
How can we upend the systematic condemnation of whistleblowers and reduce corruption?
Whistleblowing must be not only permissible, but also expected, when a company is harming society. The issue is not one of disloyalty to the company, but of whether whistleblowers has an obligation to society, even if blowing the whistle brings them victimisation and retaliation.
21/01/2016
Let these visionary business leaders guide us to global sustainability
A company’s founder – even 100 years later – still has a tremendous impact on the company’s perception, its culture and its drive towards global sustainability.
20/01/2016
FACE OFF: Two sides of the TPP
We believe it’s important to look at this dense, far-reaching document from all applicable angles and engage in a healthy back and forth on the key issues that will affect Canadians if and when it comes into law.
20/01/2016
Shadi Gammoh, CITP|FIBP – International Trade and Marketing Consultant and Trainer
Shadi Gammoh, CITP|FIBP, is an international trade and marketing consultant and trainer. He serves as founder and partner of Manafeth Consulting and Training in Amman, Jordan.
19/01/2016
How the lower Canadian dollar is reshaping our economy
With a low exchange rate benefiting Canadian exporters, an SME import export grant can give your business a head start on its international plans.
18/01/2016
How being part of a Global Trade Enthusiasts Meetup group can grow your career prospects
A Global Trade Enthusiasts Meetup group is an ideal place for import export professionals to get together and learn from each other’s experiences, to network, and to share common interests for business growth and development.
15/01/2016
EDC-FITT intern makes a leap forward in her dream to help build global trade relationships
Samantha Caldwell was thrilled to become this year’s EDC-FITT intern, and she’s making the most of the opportunity to learn and grow in her career.